If anything were to happen, I would not be unprotected. Nathan, for some reason, is a friend. If Tyke finds she has no need of extra hands, she may send you back with no harm, only duty done.
he seems to give it at least a moment's thought.] ..I will hope to see you again soon, then.
[he spares the surroundings a glance, as if to look for this other protection of thranduil's, but ultimately ends with a semi-formal bow before making to leave, if his father has nothing else to add.]
Shall I not hope, in this place where nothing is certain? I hope that our aid will not be needed, or that we will return soon for the rescue attempts have succeeded. I hope that the vessel does not try to trap us as well.
[Eric has been lurking in the shadows behind Thranduil while he makes the preparations he deems necessary for this post that he's making. It's only once he's putting his communications device away that Eric steps forward and joins him.]
[He's not surprised to see Eric. Even if it weren't for his Elven hearing, he is much more sensitive to their bond now. While he can't tell where Eric is like Eric can tell where he is, it's still hard to be surprised by him.]
[Eric shrugs slightly, his whole demeanor pretty casual as he settles in beside the other. Of course Thranduil is not worried at sending his people off to help with whatever trouble has raised itself again. He has him there, after all. This is not thought smugly, it is merely a fact. Of course, the people themselves are another matter.
A thousand years ago, when he was king himself, his authority was not questioned. His men were loyal to their last. As Sheriff of Area 5 in Louisiana, however...] Your people are much more obedient than mine are. Then again, I would like to see how you fare, with a territory of vampires to watch over. [Being a Sheriff, it's not as easy as it looks. Especially not in the modern day.]
I would not. I became king because I am my father's son, not because I am a conquerer. I have no taste for ruling those who do not wish to be ruled, and would not try. Treacherous vassals are as dangerous as enemies and to place oneself among them is nonsense.
[Eric smirks at Thranduil's words, letting out a breath that would probably be a chuckle if it had gone further.]
One would argue that it's generally not the case that you opt into placing yourself among "treacherous vassals", as you say. [He'd been ordered into being a Sheriff by the Vampire Queen of Louisiana, for example. Because of his age and experience. Believe him, he had had his reservations as well.]
[ She is in the trees, moving through the gardens. The message gives her pause, as she sees to whom it is sent, and though the order invites no question she provides one all the same. ]
You would send all of us, my Lord? Will you stand here alone?
[Thranduil quickly locks their conversation. He's been getting better at it since Melkor came.]
Not alone. Where I have not vassals, I have yet friends. But friends, I cannot order into the fray. I will be safe. The Enemy's thoughts are elsewhere at this time.
They are in danger. We will do as we must to aid them, but do not risk your own life for them if something goes awry. Do not become trapped with them. They have chosen their fate. I will not have them choose it for those I protect as well.
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Will you be well enough on your own? [...not that his father is alone, really. but 'on your own' is different. and it never hurts to make sure.]
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he seems to give it at least a moment's thought.] ..I will hope to see you again soon, then.
[he spares the surroundings a glance, as if to look for this other protection of thranduil's, but ultimately ends with a semi-formal bow before making to leave, if his father has nothing else to add.]
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[He's genuinely surprised by the choice of words, reaching out to catch Legolas' arm gently.]
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Shall I not hope, in this place where nothing is certain? I hope that our aid will not be needed, or that we will return soon for the rescue attempts have succeeded. I hope that the vessel does not try to trap us as well.
action.
Thranduil is looking at him like he's saying that, anyway. Suspicious.]
Would you prefer to stay?
[It sounds alien, even to him. Thranduil does not ask if someone wants to follow his orders.]
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They're going to die.
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There is no need to think that.
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They're trapped. And they can't change, when the jump comes.
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[He opens his cloak with outstretched arms, waiting to wrap her up.]
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I should have said something. Should have tried to make him listen.
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Who?
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And so they will just listen?
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[He's not surprised to see Eric. Even if it weren't for his Elven hearing, he is much more sensitive to their bond now. While he can't tell where Eric is like Eric can tell where he is, it's still hard to be surprised by him.]
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A thousand years ago, when he was king himself, his authority was not questioned. His men were loyal to their last. As Sheriff of Area 5 in Louisiana, however...] Your people are much more obedient than mine are. Then again, I would like to see how you fare, with a territory of vampires to watch over. [Being a Sheriff, it's not as easy as it looks. Especially not in the modern day.]
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One would argue that it's generally not the case that you opt into placing yourself among "treacherous vassals", as you say. [He'd been ordered into being a Sheriff by the Vampire Queen of Louisiana, for example. Because of his age and experience. Believe him, he had had his reservations as well.]
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voice; someone teach her how to lock things omfg
You would send all of us, my Lord? Will you stand here alone?
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Not alone. Where I have not vassals, I have yet friends. But friends, I cannot order into the fray. I will be safe. The Enemy's thoughts are elsewhere at this time.
Re: voice; locked
I will go as commanded. But, if my Lord should have need of me, I will return again right away.
[ She's not accustomed to having so few people on the ground. It will take some getting used to. ]
You fear for them, for Nathan Petrelli and his band?
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Is it your belief that they will die?
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[ But he suppose he'll go. >:(
#loyalty etc]video » locked
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[ Everyone in this post is offended!! Off clicks the connection. ]